connection
nounconnection definition & meaning
- the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination
- shifting from one form of transportation to another
- a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
- an instrumentality that connects
- the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
- the state of being connected
- a connecting shape
- a supplier (especially of narcotics)
- (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship)
Examples of connection in a sentence
As a
- {"part_of_speech":["Noun: The connection between the two devices was lost","Noun: She felt a deep connection with her hometown","Noun: The connection to the internet is unstable","Noun: There was an emotional connection between the characters","Noun: The connection of the pipes was secure","Noun: The connection between the two theories was evident","Noun: His connection to the organization was questioned","Noun: The connection between the two events was unclear","Noun: The connection of the wires was faulty","Noun: The connection to the server was interrupted","Noun: The connection between the siblings was strong","Noun: The connection of the dots revealed a pattern","Noun: The connection with the audience was immediate","Noun: The connection of the bridge was reinforced","Noun: The connection to the past was undeniable","Noun: The connection between the two cultures was fascinating","Noun: The connection of the cables was completed","Noun: The connection between the two friends was genuine","Noun: The connection of the network was restored","Noun: The connection to the power source was severed","Noun: The connection between the artist and the canvas was palpable","Noun: The connection of the pieces formed a complete picture","Noun: The connection to the database was successful","Noun: The connection between the two ideas was innovative","Noun: The connection of the parts was seamless","Noun: The connection to the community was strong","Noun: The connection between the teacher and students was evident","Noun: The connection of the components was precise","Noun: The connection to the mainframe was established","Noun: The connection between the past and present was intriguing"]}
Synonyms for connection
- link
- bond
- tie
- relation
- association
- affiliation
- attachment
- junction
- union
- network
Rhymes with connection
- abjection
- advection
- affection
- anteflexion
- by-election
- bye-election
- circumspection
- collection
- complexion
- confection
- connection
- connexion
- convection
- correction
- cross-section
- defection
- deflection
- deflexion
- dejection
- detection
- direction
- disaffection
- disconnection
- disinfection
- dissection
- dorsiflexion
- ejection
- election
- erection
- flection
- flexion
- genuflection
- imperfection
- indirection
- infection
- inflection
- inflexion
- injection
- inspection
- insurrection
- interjection
- intersection
- introjection
- introspection
- midsection
- misdirection
- objection
- perfection
- projection
- protection
- recollection
- refection
- reflection
- reflexion
- rejection
- resection
- resurrection
- retroflexion
- retrospection
- section
- selection
- self-direction
- self-protection
- subjection
- subsection
- venesection
- vivisection
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Related words to connection
memory
remembering
transport
conveyance
transferral
transfer
transportation
relation
instrumentation
instrumentality
change of integrity
unification
union
shape
form
supplier
provider
friend
acquaintance
Word history
Etymology
The word "connection" originates from the Latin "connectere," a compound of "con-" meaning "together" and "nectere," meaning "to bind" or "to tie." This Latin root emphasizes the idea of linking or joining elements. The term evolved into "connexion" in Middle English, reflecting the influence of Old French "connexion," which retained the same meaning. The spelling "connexion" was prevalent in English until the 18th century, when the modern spelling "connection" began to gain favor, particularly in American English, due to Noah Webster's dictionary, which advocated for simplified and phonetic spellings. The transition from "connexion" to "connection" reflects broader shifts in English orthography and standardization. Throughout its evolution, the core meaning of the word has remained consistent, denoting a relationship or link between entities, whether physical, conceptual, or social. The term has expanded in modern usage to encompass various contexts, including technological (e.g., internet connection), emotional, and interpersonal relationships, illustrating its versatility and enduring relevance in describing the act or state of being connected.
How many points is connection worth in Scrabble?
Total points
14
Per letter points
C3O1N1N1E1C3T1I1O1N1
Dictionary check
- Offcl. Scrabble Pl. Dict. & Offcl Scrabble WordsYES
- Collins Scrabble Words 2021YES
- NASPA Word List 2020YES
- Tournament Word List 2006YES
- Words with Friends 2000YES
- Words with Friends 1997 (Retired)YES